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Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater is working on bulking up this offseason. "We know where he's going to be, what he's going to be doing, in terms of lifting," offensive coordinator Norv Turner said. "He's never going to be a real big man, but he's going to be a guy that eventually is 220-225. He played most of the year about 212, so continue to work and get stronger and put on a few more pounds, and he will gradually, but that strength, I don't want people to think I'm talking about getting his arm stronger, no."

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater will be worth a flyer as a mid-to-low-tier QB2 in traditional leagues in 2015.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater has the necessary arm strength to succeed in the NFL, according to offensive coordinator Norv Turner. "Teddy has all the key characteristics to be an upper echelon quarterback in this league," Turner said. "He really impressed me with how he played this year and how he continued to improve. He's got great vision, he's got great presence in the pocket. He doesn't get rattled, he's extremely accurate. All the things you're looking for in a quarterback."

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater had his moments this season as the Vikings often had to pass frequently to play catch-up. Heading into 2015, Bridgewater could be a real nice surprise as a backup fantasy QB with upside, especially if Adrian Peterson returns in the backfield.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater will start at quarterback heading into next season, according to head coach Mike Zimmer. "I think we're fortunate in the fact that we learned an awful lot about Teddy this year and the progress that he's made," Zimmer said. "He's still got to get a lot better to get to where we want to go. He's got to improve in the offseason and things like that, but yeah, I think it will allow the focus to move to another spot, other spots, not one spot, but other spots, we've got a lot of spots we've got to get better at. I think that helps solidify probably the number one question that was going on at this point in time last year."

Fantasy Tip: This shouldn't come as a huge surprise. Bridgewater wasn't spectacular in his rookie campaign but he did enough to retain his starting role. He'll be no more than a QB2 option heading into 2015 fantasy drafts.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater has completed more than 70% of his passes in four consecutive games, and he has thrown multiple touchdowns in three of the four games during the same stretch.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater has steadily improved throughout his rookie year, and he could be a sneaky alternative quarterback option at FantasyScore in Week 17 when he faces a Chicago defense ranked 31st against the pass.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater and WR Cordarrelle Patterson continued to struggle on their deep connection in the Week 9 win over the Washington Redskins. Getting the ball into Patterson's hands has been a struggle ever since Bridgewater returned in Week 4. Patterson had only one catch on seven targets early in the game, and Bridgewater didn't throw his way again. Head coach Mike Zimmer admitted that there continues to be a disconnect with Bridgewater and Patterson on the field. Bridgewater has struggled on deep throws in general this year, ranking 20th in throws 20 yards and beyond.

Fantasy Tip: It's a combination of things that has led to a poor connection between Bridgewater and Patterson this year. Until they show more chemistry between the lines, Patterson is nothing more than a midrange flex with upside.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater should be able to play in Week 6 after missing the team's Week 5 game. Bridgewater has a price of $4,800 on FantasyScore, but owners should probably consider spending some more money on a better quarterback.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater (ankle) won't have any concerns with his sprained left ankle in Week 6 against the Detroit Lions. He said Wednesday, Oct. 8, that he's "100 percent" after missing the Week 5 game last Thursday. Bridgewater also said he won't wear anything to protect his ankle against the Lions in his second career start. "The training staff here has done a great job of just helping me get that strength back in my ankle," Bridgewater said. "On Sunday, I'll just be able to play at full speed."

Fantasy Tip: It looks like Bridgewater will play, but the matchup against a tough Lions defense should have you hesitant to play him in FantasyScore lineups this weekend.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater remains a cheaper option at FantasyScore if you choose to save money at the quarterback position. He costs $4,800 (9.6% of cap) this week, but the Detroit Lions have been stout on defense this season.

Updating a previous report, Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater (ankle) said he would have been able to play against the Green Bay Packers in Week 5 had the game been on a Sunday this weekend. As a result, Bridgewater said he has "no doubt at all" that he will be healthy enough to return in Week 6 against the Detroit Lions. Head coach Mike Zimmer said he is planning to start Bridgewater in that game.

Fantasy Tip: The Vikes had Bridgewater's long-term outlook in mind when sitting him out in Week 5 Thursday night. Bridgewater will face a tough Detroit Lions defense next week, however.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater was solid in his first start in Week 4, albeit against a porous Atlanta defense. Assuming he does suit up in Week 6, he will face a Detroit defense that has played very well this season. Inconsistencies are to be expected with any rookie QB, but based on what Bridgewater showed against the Falcons, he could make a decent value pick at the position at FantasyScore when the matchups are favorable.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater (ankle) wants to play in Week 5 but will be a game-time decision. The team wants to make sure they are limiting the danger for Bridgewater.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater's status will not be known until later in the day, so owners will need to check the inactive list to see if he is playing. Owners could consider spending $4,800 on Bridgewater at FantasyScore if he plays, but may want spend their money on a healthier option at quarterback.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater ($4,800 at FantasyScore) is too much of a risk on a short week against a divisional foe. Avoid him. Christian Ponder would start in his place, but he's not worth putting into your lineup.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater (ankle) is feeling "much better" Tuesday, Sept. 30, and head coach Mike Zimmer remains hopeful that Bridgewater can play in Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers Thursday, Oct. 2. If Bridgewater is going to throw and push off his left foot, he'll likely do so during a walk-through Wednesday, Oct. 1. QB Christian Ponder would make his first start of the year if Bridgewater doesn't play.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater is cheap again at FantasyScore ($4,800; 9.6% of cap), but he's not a wise selection for your roster if he's not 100 percent during a short week.

Fantasy Tip: It's not a good sign that Bridgewater hasn't practiced yet heading into a short week against the Green Bay Packers. However, the Vikes remain optimistic that he can play. It wouldn't be wise to put him in your lineup, despite his impressive showing in his first ever start last week.

Fantasy Tip: The team hopes Bridgewater will be able to play, but Ponder would get the start if Bridgewater sits out. Ponder should not be a starting option in any league and the team's wide receivers probably would lose some fantasy value if Ponder starts.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater ran five times for 27 yards, including a 13-yard touchdown run, in the team's Week 4 win over the Atlanta Falcons. However, he also opened up the team's downfield passing game, going 19 of 30 for 317 yards. He stayed in the pocket for 19 of his 29 throws, and he went 8-for-12 for 163 yards on throws that were 10 yards downfield or more.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater's ceiling is high in Norv Turner's offense. He'll be able to provide his fantasy owners with a little extra because of the fact that he can use his legs effectively to make big plays. In weekly leagues, he'll remain a sleeper at a cheaper cost. Play him based on matchups.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater (ankle) and head coach Mike Zimmer are "hopeful" that the quarterback can play in Week 5 against the Green Bay Packers Thursday, Oct. 2. Bridgewater sprained his left ankle early in the fourth quarter in Week 4, but Zimmer said an MRI exam came back negative. Bridgewater was feeling much better Monday, Sept. 29. He threw for 317 yards against the Atlanta Falcons in his first start.

Fantasy Tip: It looks like there's a good chance that Bridgewater will play on a short week. Despite his solid performance against the Falcons, with little preparation and with a bum ankle, Bridgewater may not be the best option for your daily fantasy lineups.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater is an intriguing option in FantasyScore for Week 4, as he could come with a very reasonable price tag. For those in standard fantasy formats, he is a less attractive option unless your league requires two starting signal callers.

Fantasy Tip: Cassel is being challenged by Teddy Bridgewater for the starting job, but neither should be selected in fantasy drafts. The winner of the competition could be a waiver wire addition during the season.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater tossed three interceptions and had two more passes that were almost picked off in practice Monday, Aug. 11. Head coach Mike Zimmer plans to talk with the other coaches to determine how they'll use their quarterbacks in the second preseason game. QB Matt Cassel will start the game after playing just the first series in the first preseason game. Bridgewater played around two quarters and was 6-for-13 with 49 yards.

Fantasy Tip: Bridgewater's mediocre preseason debut and his struggles in practice have held in check much of the optimism that the Vikings have had for Bridgewater in training camp. It reminds all of those over zealous drafters that Bridgewater is still a rookie, and this is definitely Cassel's job to lose.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater completed six of his 13 pass attempts for 49 yards in his preseason debut Friday, Aug. 8, against the Oakland Raiders. He did not throw any touchdown passes, nor did he toss any interceptions. The rookie out of Louisville was also sacked twice.

Fantasy Tip:Matt Cassel was efficient in leading the first-team offense down the field on the first drive for a touchdown, so Bridgewater might have a while to go before unseating the veteran for the starting job.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater saw reps with the first-team offense in practice Wednesday, July 30. According to NFL Network's Albert Breer, QB Matt Cassel appears to lead the race for the starting quarterback job, but Bridgewater has closed the gap.

Fantasy Tip: The starting QB job in Minneapolis will be a heated battle through training camp and the preseason. The winner of the battle might emerge as a useful QB2 in most fantasy leagues, especially if WR Cordarrelle Patterson is everything as advertised this season.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater will receive playing time with the starting offense during preseason games, according to head coach Mike Zimmer. The team will need that information to decide who will be the starting quarterback for Week 1.

Fantasy Tip: It appears Cassel is the leading candidate for the starting job at this point but all three are still options for the job. Cassel likely would be a desperation matchup play if he wins the starting job. Bridgewater and Ponder likely would not have much fantasy value even if they win the job.

Minnesota Vikings QBs Teddy Bridgewater and Matt Cassel saw a majority of the snaps during spring workouts, but QB Christian Ponder has a chance to start, and head coach Mike Zimmer claims it will be a fair competition. "Actually, I think Christian has done a very good job in the time that we've had him and how much he has improved in that amount of time," Zimmer said. "We're going to give everyone a fair shot, and preseason games will help determine it. We want someone who is going to take care of the football, lead the team in the right direction and when called upon be able to win football games."

Minnesota Vikings offensive coordinator Norv Turner has been very happy with QBs Matt Cassel, Teddy Bridgewater and Christian Ponder heading up to training camp. "We've got a really, really good group," he said, explaining that it won't be hard to parcel out snaps in the apparent three-headed battle. Cassel is expected to be the starter, but Turner has praised Bridgewater for his arm strength and quick learning.

Fantasy Tip: Turner's vertical passing scheme is usually good news for his quarterbacks. However, the vet Cassel is unlikely to be a difference-maker for your fantasy squad as anything more than a midrange QB2. Bridgewater is expected to eventually take this job.

Minnesota Vikings QB Teddy Bridgewater's deep throws have been "outstanding," according to offensive coordinator Norv Turner. Bridgewater's deep-ball accuracy was a concern heading into the NFL Draft, but Turner said Bridgewater "can make all the throws he needs to make."

Fantasy Tip: This is promising news for the rookie quarterback, but he's still a benchwarmer on fantasy squads, as he may not even win the starting quarterback job.

The Minnesota Vikings' quarterback competition this offseason is a wide open battle between QBs Matt Cassel, Teddy Bridgewater and Christian Ponder, according to head coach Mike Zimmer. Offensive coordinator Norv Turner will plan on having all three passers see enough snaps in mandatory minicamp to make sure that they all have a "legitimate opportunity" to win the starting job in training camp next month. Zimmer won't rush into a decision, and he made it clear that Cassel won't enter camp as the presumptive starter. Both Cassel and Bridgewater had more snaps than Ponder during organized team activities, and both looked sharper than Ponder.

Fantasy Tip: If the Vikings play it safe, Cassel should be expected to enter Week 1 as the starter. However, Bridgewater is completely capable of winning the starting job, and he'd probably have the most upside immediately of the rookie passers in the league if he's starting. Whoever starts in Minny, though, is a shaky backup QB for your fantasy squad.